We remember and honor our Mia's and Pow's
Ladies and Gentlemen
You may have noticed this small table set in a place of honor. It is set for two. This table is our way of recognizing the kindred feelings that members of our profession of arms are messing from our midst. They are commonly called POW'S or MIA'S. We call them brothers.They are unable to be here with us and so we remember them.
This table set for two is small. It symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner against his oppressors. One brother lost in action.
The table cloth is white. Symbolizing the purity of their intentions to respond to their countries call to arms. The single rose displayed in a vase reminds us of the families and the loved ones of our comrades in arms who keeps faith awaiting their return.
The red ribbon tied so prominently on the vase is reminiscent of the red ribbon worn upon the lapel and breast of thousands who bear with us to their unyielding determination to demand a proper accounting for our missing.
A slice of lemon is on the bread plate to remind us of there bitter fate. The salt upon the bread plate symbolic of the family tears as they wait. The glass is inverted. They cannot toast with us tonight. The chairs. The chairs are empty, they are not here. Remember all of you who served with them and called them comrades. You who depended on their might and aid, and relied upon them. Do not forsake them. Pray for them, and remember them. |
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